# AdditiveGuard: E-Number Scan — Food label & allergen check

> Scan product labels to identify additives, allergens, and intolerances. (iPhone/iPad app by ECKO Design.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additiveguard-e-number-scan/id6755044726 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ECKO Design](https://appshunter.io/developer/504492279)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2025-12-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additiveguard-e-number-scan/id6755044726/reviews.md

## What is AdditiveGuard?

AdditiveGuard reveals what hides inside product labels.
Scan a barcode, or read ingredients through the built-in OCR scanner, and the app evaluates additives, allergens, and intolerance triggers with clear explanations. No accounts, no tracking, no noise. Just practical insight you can use on the spot.

What AdditiveGuard does
	•	Barcode scanning for quick product lookups
	•	Ingredient scanning with OCR for items without barcodes
	•	Risk evaluation engine highlighting additives, allergens, and intolerance matches
	•	Condition-aware insights for common sensitivities
	•	Multi-language interface for travelers and international shoppers
	•	Offline-first design to keep results responsive
	•	No personal data storage and no profiling

Every assessment is shown with a simple color system and short, clear information. You control the experience without ads or clutter.

Built for practical use

AdditiveGuard helps you quickly understand:
	•	What additives are present
	•	Whether they are considered safe, cautionary, or best avoided
	•	When an ingredient conflicts with your dietary preferences or intolerances
	•	When a product aligns with vegan or halal expectations

The goal is clarity, not medical guidance.

Multi-language support

The app interface and additive database are available in several languages, making it easy to use in stores around the world.

Privacy by design

AdditiveGuard works without accounts, and most analysis runs directly on your device.
When external data is required, only the product barcode is transmitted. Nothing is linked to you.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Disclaimer

AdditiveGuard does not offer medical advice or diagnose conditions.
It provides ingredient information to support informed consumer decisions.

## Key features

- Barcode scanning
- OCR ingredient scanning
- Additives and allergen evaluation
- Condition-aware insights
- Multi-language support
- Offline-first design
- Privacy-focused

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $34.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AdditiveGuard Premium | $2.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about AdditiveGuard

### What is AdditiveGuard?

AdditiveGuard is a health and fitness app that helps you understand product labels by scanning barcodes or reading ingredients. It evaluates additives, allergens, and intolerance triggers, providing clear, color-coded explanations.

### Does AdditiveGuard have ads?

No, AdditiveGuard is designed without advertisements, offering a clutter-free experience for users to focus on ingredient information.

### What dietary preferences does AdditiveGuard support?

AdditiveGuard provides condition-aware insights for common sensitivities and can align with vegan or halal expectations, helping users make informed choices based on their dietary preferences.

### Can I use AdditiveGuard offline?

Yes, AdditiveGuard features an offline-first design, ensuring that most analyses run directly on your device for responsive results even without an internet connection.

### How does AdditiveGuard handle my personal data?

AdditiveGuard prioritizes privacy by design, working without accounts and not storing personal data or profiling users. When external data is needed, only the product barcode is transmitted and not linked to you.

### What languages does AdditiveGuard support?

The app interface and additive database are available in several languages, making AdditiveGuard easy to use for travelers and international shoppers.

### What are the subscription options for AdditiveGuard?

AdditiveGuard offers Premium Monthly for $3.99/month and Premium Yearly for $34.99/year, both including a 7-day free trial.

### Is AdditiveGuard suitable for children?

AdditiveGuard has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for children. The app provides ingredient information to support informed consumer decisions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-08-04

• Redesigned E-Number Lookup and additive detail screens — cleaner, faster, easier to scan
• New verdict card with risk, dietary, and health info at a glance; full Night mode support
• Fixed in-app language switching on health details, plus scanning and subscription improvements

### 1.2.3 — 2026-05-13

This update improves the reliability of AI-powered ingredient scanning and additive detection.
We also included translation improvements and general bug fixes across the app.

### 1.2.2 — 2026-05-08

- Ingredient Photo Scan — powered by AI
Can't find a product by barcode? Now you can photograph the ingredient label directly. AdditiveGuard uses AI to read the text, identify all E-numbers — including additives written as common names like "paprika extract" or "tartrazine" — and run the same full risk analysis you'd get from a barcode scan. Free users get 3 scans per day. Premium subscribers get unlimited.

- Improved scanner screen
The scan view has been redesigned for smaller screens, with a cleaner layout that keeps the camera viewfinder and controls clearly separated.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-04-27

We’ve improved how AdditiveGuard understands you.

• Smarter allergy & sensitivity detection
• Clearer, more natural explanations
• Better multilingual support across the app
• Improved personal allergen tracking
• Start with a few free allergies to experience personalized scanning
• Enhanced premium experience and feature clarity

This update makes scan results easier to understand — and gives you a preview of how powerful personalized insights can be.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-04-13

Improved profile setup and food sensitivity support.
We reorganized allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities for a clearer experience, added support for more allergens, and improved translations and detection accuracy across the app.

Smarter region detection
The app now automatically uses your current country to fetch more accurate product information.

Auto region mode
A new “Auto” option selects the best Open Food Facts database based on your location.

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